Geneticists

Service Branches

Work Environment

Geneticists work in hospitals and clinics on land and aboard ships.

Military Status

Officer

Average Military Salary

$117,689

Overview

Geneticists are specialists who evaluate, diagnose, and treat genetic diseases. They accomplish this by interviewing patients and reviewing case and family histories. Geneticists in the Military provide counseling to patients with genetic diseases on risks of recurrence. They also provide prenatal testing and advice regarding genetic conditions.

Military Training

Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree; enlisted service members can transition to officer positions through a variety of pathways and earn a degree while serving. Learn more about becoming officer, here.

Job training for geneticists primarily consists of on-the-job learning in various training environments. Scholarships for advanced medical training are available in return for an obligated period of military service. Qualifying students benefit through unique training experiences and get to attend certain military short courses designed to develop tactical, technical and operational skills unique to the military environment. Like other officers working in healthcare, they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, orientation to military structure, healthcare and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development.